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$74,929$70 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

5253 W SHADES VALLEY DR

MONTGOMERY, AL 36108
2
Baths
1,070 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,330 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$75K
$59K low$90K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$304 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$6,930 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,930
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMontgomery
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Southlawn Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Southlawn Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Carver High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36108These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.69
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,504
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.210 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,068
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$46,530
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

5253 W Shades Valley Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 77% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Montgomery 36108
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Among the smallest lots in Montgomery 36108
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Montgomery 36108

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36108

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$14K$284K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Montgomery 36108.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36108.

Estimated value$74,929
CheaperTypical $63,940Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$70
CheaperTypical $49Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,070 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,250 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size1,330 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 5253 W Shades Valley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontgomery 36108Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,92963% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7081% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,070 ft²26% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,330 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than197885% of homes55% of homes

About 5253 W Shades Valley Dr

How much is 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL is $74,929 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $59,430 to $90,428. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL last sell?

5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL last sold on Jul 6, 2001, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL?

5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,070 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL built?

5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL?

5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Southlawn Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Southlawn Middle School (middle), rated F; Carver High School (high), rated F. All sit in Montgomery County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36108?

Among the 7,131 homes in Montgomery 36108, it is worth more than 63% of them ($74,929 against a typical $63,940), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($70 against a typical $49), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,070 ft² against a typical 1,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,330 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1978 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 23% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5253 W Shades Valley Dr, Montgomery, AL was $304. The county assessed it at $6,930.

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